Outline

This model will allow emergency medical personnel to develop the needed skills in pneumothorax procedure before coming to a real patient.

Skills Gained

· Needle decompression of tension pneumothorax

Features

· Anatomy: 

  Clavicle, ribs, manubriosternal joint, mammilla

· Realism: 

  Needle decompression air chambers provide realistic release of air on insertion of needle

· Key Features:

1)  This model supports needle thoracotomy in the second or fifth intercostal space in the mid-axillary line

2)  A “pop” is felt as the needle enters the thoracic cavity

3)   Air inflation pedal

· Versatility: 

  Replaceable air chambers